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mckennatimberlake

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It is possible for the body to acclimate to higher elevations, but it takes approximately 6 weeks.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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In high-altitude cerebral edema, fluid from the body is slowly transferred into the lungs and the body's ability to take in oxygen is diminished.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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guyanai

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: TRUE

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE


mckennatimberlake

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Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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